Herndon Elementary

630 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170

792 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Herndon Elementary School, located in the heart of Herndon, Virginia, is a prominent member of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century, often integrating technology and project-based learning to keep students engaged and challenged at various skill levels.

Beyond the classroom, Herndon Elementary is recognized for being a focal point of the local community. It prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with families and neighborhood organizations, providing various support services and extracurricular opportunities that enrich the student experience. With a dedicated faculty focused on personalized instruction, the school strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where every student is encouraged to develop their unique talents, build confidence, and become a contributing member of their community.

792

Total Students

51.7

Full-Time Teachers

15.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

74.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Herndon Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	102
Hispanic	549
Black	81
Asian	42
Two or More	18

Hispanic
549 (69.3%)
White
102 (12.9%)
Black
81 (10.2%)
Asian
42 (5.3%)
Two or More
18 (2.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)326-3100
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	792
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	589
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 39

Kindergarten 91

Grade 1 106

Grade 2 109

Grade 3 120

Grade 4 115

Grade 5 100

Grade 6 112

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Herndon Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	39
Kindergarten	91
Grade 1	106
Grade 2	109
Grade 3	120
Grade 4	115
Grade 5	100
Grade 6	112

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Herndon Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	382	48.2%
Male	410	51.8%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)